Raymer Society Consignment Art Auction

Raybal, Jose D (1922-1978) watercolor, untitled dancer

This auction ended on April 25, 2026.

Start price: $20

Estimated price: $20 - $50

Buyer's Premium: 10%

Sold for: $60

Description

Raybal, Jose D (1922-1978) watercolor, untitled dancer, signed J.D. Roybal in lower right, good condition, not examined out of frame, image size: 6 x 5.25 inches. Artist J.D. Roybal was a well-known San Ildefonso Pueblo. He used water-based paints throughout his career. His excellent detail in small paintings never went unnoticed. In his work there prevails fine color, excellent detail, small and fine outlines, gesturing figures, and a pleasing combination of heavy conventional themes with realistic subjects.He did a bit of painting in the 1930s but was not very productive until the 1950s. He was most productive in the 1960-1970 decade. His most popular subject matter was his rendition of the Tewa Clowns known as Koshare or Koosa. Often, he presented them in a jovial manner.
Condition: good condition, not examined out of frame
Dimensions: 12 x 10 x 0.75 in
Weight: 1.15 lb